“Love Is All There Is” is a 1996 movie where the classic story of Romeo and Juliet is set in the Bronx. The film was directed by Joseph Bologna and Renée Taylor and starred well-known actors such as Lainie Kazan, Paul Sorvino, and Barbara Carrera. This article will discuss where the movie was filmed, who played which roles, and some fun trivia about the film and its actors.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was primarily filmed in various locations in New York, USA. Some specific locations include City Island in Bronx, New York City, the Greentree Country Club in New Rochelle, and other parts of Bronx and New Rochelle. Overall, the movie was shot in the city setting to capture the urban vibe of the story. The filming period was from July 6, 1994 to August 17, 1994.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Lainie Kazan | Sadie |
| Paul Sorvino | Piero |
| Barbara Carrera | Maria |
| Joseph Bologna | Mike |
| Angelina Jolie | Gina |
| Nathaniel Marston | Rosario |
| Dick Van Patten | Dr. Rodino |
| Abe Vigoda | Rudy |
| Connie Stevens | Miss Deluca |
| Blessed Roscoe | Self |
| Vera Lockwood | Donna |
| Joy Behar | Mary |
| Irma St. Paule | Mrs. Rondino |
| Annie Meisels | Dottie |
| Windlind Smith | Carmella |
| Alanna Ubach | Niccolina |
| Celeste Russi | Isabel |
| Tighe Swanson | Francis |
| Gabriel Bologna | Tony |
| Bobby Alto | Joe Fasuli |
| Sal Richards | Emcee |
| Edith Fields | Mrs. Frederico |
| Ronald Maccone | Mr. Frederico |
| Catherine Cosenza | Bea |
| Mark Wasserman | Malacici Driver |
| Jennifer Daniel | Woman Singer |
| Paul Greco | Nunzio |
| Chuck Bergansky | Rocco |
| Larry Romano | Waiter #1 |
| Mitch Poulos | Waiter #2 |
| Jery Hewitt | Waiter #4 |
| Dominic Chianese | Italian Consul |
| Katie Grammas | Screaming Lady |
| Tia Koulianos | Choking Woman |
| Adrian Martinez | High School Dancer |
| Rocco Parente | Vinny Malacicci |
| Angela Torrez Parker | Angela Capomezzo |
| Marilyn Dobrin | Party Guest (uncredited) |
| Emanuele Secci | Party Guest (uncredited) |
| Barry Squitieri | Crying Husband (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The plot of the movie was inspired by Shakespeare’s “Romeo & Juliet”, but instead of Verona, the setting is in the Bronx.
- The film was directed by Joseph Bologna and Renée Taylor, with Gabriel Bologna and William Shakespeare among the writers.
- The film features actors such as Lainie Kazan, Paul Sorvino, Barbara Carrera, and Angelina Jolie.
- The movie is listed under the comedy and romance genres, with a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes.
- One fun fact about the movie is that that it was one of two movie adaptations of Romeo & Juliet released in 1996.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: City Island, Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.8473226
- Longitude: -73.7865218
- Place ID: ChIJXf1w-niMwokR4uS-ukFO0JM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: City Island, Bronx, NY 10464, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Greentree Country Club, New Rochelle, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.893735
- Longitude: -73.774939
- Place ID: ChIJp3SLEbeNwokRp1vt6Ny6qa4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 538 Davenport Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10805, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.8447819
- Longitude: -73.8648268
- Place ID: ChIJsXxpOlWLwokRd1zxj6dDblU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Bronx, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7127753
- Longitude: -74.0059728
- Place ID: ChIJOwg_06VPwokRYv534QaPC8g
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: New York, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
